Conjunctiva

Conjunctiva (tunica conjunctiva) is a transparent mucous membrane covering the anterior surface of the eyeball and the inner surface of the eyelids. The conjunctiva performs a protective function, protecting the cornea and sclera from drying out, and also participates in the body's immune reactions.

The conjunctiva consists of an epithelial layer, the mucous base itself and the submucosal layer. The epithelium is represented by stratified squamous non-keratinizing epithelium containing goblet cells that produce mucus. The mucous membrane consists of loose connective tissue with blood vessels, nerves and lymphatic vessels.

There are the conjunctiva of the eyelids (tunica conjunctiva palpebrarum) and the conjunctiva of the eyeball (tunica conjunctiva bulbi). The conjunctiva of the eyelids is thin, attached to the inner surface of the eyelids. The conjunctiva of the eyeball is thicker, forms folds and deep areas.

Diseases of the conjunctiva can be infectious (conjunctivitis) or non-infectious. To diagnose and treat diseases of the conjunctiva, consultation with an ophthalmologist is necessary.

Conjunctivitis is a disease that affects the structures of the eye. In which the intraocular cavity is affected and an inflammatory process begins to develop. In turn, this leads to the formation of a tumor that disrupts the functioning of the eye, where various vision problems can occur.

Without timely treatment and a long period of time, conjunctivitis can cause irreversible consequences both for the eyes and for the entire body as a whole. Various types of vision problems may also arise, such as decreased vision, spots before the eyes, or loss of visual ability.